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Showering before bed can help make sure that
allergens
stuck on your hair and skin don't curl up in bed
with you
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If your child has allergies, giving them a bath at
night can also help
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Devote 10 minutes a day to dusting and vacuuming
to help reduce dust build up
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Use a damp sponge or mop and a vacuum cleaner with
a HEPA filter or double bag
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If you have allergies, delegate cleaning to
another family member, or wear a dust mask and
gloves while cleaning
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Allergens (pollen, pet dander, mold spores, dust
mites) can stick to your body, clothes and hair
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To help reduce your exposure, make it a habit to
remove your shoes, change your clothes and wash
your hands and face when you come inside
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Wash your pet's bed in hot water and pay special
attention to their favorite spots to curl up
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Help reduce the amount of pet allergens in your
home by removing dust and fur from carpets. Also,
don't forget to vacuum your furniture!
Be sure to wash yoursheets in
hot water once a week, too!